Ak Bars Bank Confirms Compliance with International Anti-Bribery Management System Requirements

JSC "Bureau Veritas Certification Rus" reports that, based on the results of an external surveillance audit, it can be confirmed with confidence that PJSC "Ak Bars" Bank fully complies with the requirements of the international standard ISO 37001:2025 "Anti-Bribery Management Systems" (certificate No. RU005773 dated 03.04.2025).

The system is certified in the following areas: due diligence checks of counterparties and clients, interaction with them, management of gifts and hospitality expenses, conflicts of interest, and procurement activities.

This standard is aimed at minimizing corruption risks both in the organization's internal processes and in its dealings with counterparties. The implementation of an anti-corruption management system has a positive effect on the level of trust from business partners and clients, increasing the transparency and sustainability of the business.

Holding a valid ISO 37001:2025 certificate signals to the market that the bank takes bribery prevention seriously, manages the associated risks responsibly, and builds honest and transparent relationships. Corporate responsibility and business ethics processes are organically integrated into the bank's operations, as confirmed by their continuous monitoring and improvement.

ISO 37001:2025 is an international standard that sets requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving an anti-bribery management system. Its implementation requires a comprehensive, systematic approach that includes compliance with anti-corruption legislation and the development of a corporate culture of trust, transparency, and integrity.